Serving 419 students in grades 9-12, Bronx River High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Bronx River High School serves a large attendance zone in Bronx, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 32.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bronx River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bronx River High School's student population of 419 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Bronx River High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)65-69%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
9%
10%
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Hispanic
64%
31%
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Black
20%
15%
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White
4%
39%
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Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Bronx River High School often compared to?
Bronx River High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herbert H Lehman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bronx River High School?
The graduation rate of Bronx River High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Bronx River High School?
419 students attend Bronx River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Bronx River High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bronx River High School?
Bronx River High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bronx River High School offer ?
Bronx River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bronx River High School part of?
Bronx River High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 8.
In what neighborhood is Bronx River High School located?
Bronx River High School is located in the East Bronx neighborhood of Bronx, NY. There are 77 other public schools located in East Bronx.
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